musingsinmediterranean

In response to: "Components of society and life" 5 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Remembering..Lyndon Johnson's..."The Big Society" which killed a lot of people.

There are many interesting pictures of these in Phaidon's Book of Photography
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In response to: "Components of society and life" 5 days old
by Bushka ^Pro

An elusive concept....The much disliked Maggers T! once said, 'There is no such thing as Society'; of course, she has always been a 'walking mummy'.....
BTW....I think BDA raised a crucial point in her comment!
Thanks for the 'link'...;) more…

In response to: "Components of society and life" 5 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

thanks..yes, understanding our place in it..that summarizes it very well. more…

In response to: "Components of society and life" 5 days old
by brokendownangel ^Pro

Really interesting reading there. I think it is hard to understand society unless we understand our own place within it. I do agree that we take what best suits us - a kind of mix and match thing, we close our eyes to that which is unpleasant and walk on by x more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 16 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Yes, Bapu stands tall over all of us..with his Moral Compass more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 17 days old
by jollyweez [Member]

Our Life is our teacher. We shall realize, sometimes at the last moment of our Life, as we die. I have seen it happen once. To suddenly sit-up and look intently, then smile, lean back smiling and closing one's eyes unto death.
Knowing at last, the Love, and the knowledge of everything around us. We shall never die. Instead, our presenc more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 17 days old
by jollyweez [Member]

Dearest Bapu: May he he be at peace, and know that his name and brave works shall never be forgotten.
We still speak his name, for that, he shall live forever in our hearts and our soul.
I shall always love him: JW xx more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by Bushka ^Pro

Even from the picture one gets a sense of 'depth''... more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Agreed..Art sets the spirits free more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

That is interesting Jaydev...but photographers do nude sessions, and it is something. Did I show you the book of Taschen-1000 Nudes? more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

This is a very nice bust of Gandhi,you feel a different feel in front of it.The Gandhi Smriti is nearby..there are very interesting depictions of the indian struggle..But this work has a different power. more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by brokendownangel ^Pro

It is much better than the zoo where animals are caged and cooped up. Very interesting works x more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by jaydev [Visitor]

prashant,
great photos. i always feel that we are so hypocritical when we look at nude sculptures and paintings.
The same becomes vulgar when a beautiful human body is for display. more…

In response to: "In the seeds of Time..Of Rhythms, Metaphors and Messages" 34 days old
by Bushka ^Pro

Thanks Prashant! Illuminating post...especially appreciated Gandhi.....;) more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by dennypoos [Member]

It's more than a start Prash. more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by Bushka ^Pro

Must be fantastic painting...:) more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by jenray ^Pro

enjoy your journey, Prashant...I have a bit of a problem now with the idea of being a spiritual 'seeker', mainly because the spiritual part is such a nebulous concept so how can you seek something that flows through everything' if it exists at all, and will suddenly reveal itself and fill you with wonder and joy...have seen many a disappointed seek more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Nicely put. Thanks more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Thanks..Saw a beautiful painting today of the spiritual seeker
surrounded by the temptations whirling around him more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by brokendownangel ^Pro

Better to take a slow and meaningful journey where lessons can be absorbed than to go quickly without taking much in x more…

In response to: "Religious versus Spiritual experience" 45 days old
by Bushka ^Pro

You're on your way....That is what counts...;) more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by Melinda-solo [Member]

Well, I have just ordered it from Amazon!
To show I can be constructive and take advice sometimes! ;)
I will tell you how I get on - thanks. more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by Melinda-solo [Member]

I hate to admit it but I have a shelf full of similar books...
but I haven't heard of that one.
I re-read 'Don't Sweat the Small Stuff' after you recommended it - I'm afraid I came to the conclusion I already do most of what he recommends! more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Have you read the "Internal dialogue" chapters
and themes illustrated by Dr.Phil McGraw-Self Matters.

If you can go through his book Self Matters and also
work on the "work-book" I think you will find some solutions more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by Melinda-solo [Member]

Dear Prashant,
No, I don't fall asleep - not even when I'm trying to...
especially not when I'm trying to!
On the contrary, it's the constant torrent of words through my head that stops me from finding peace.
Peace be with you!

Melinda more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

Dear Melinda,
Some smiles came on reading that.
I too have fallen asleep during "meditations"
This is a long topic..a journey.
Will continue our discussions
Regards
Prashant more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by Melinda-solo [Member]

I have many guided meditations on cd/mp3, but after I listen to them a few times I know them by heart and my mind ignores them and wanders off somewhere else.
It is the same with the 'mind games' that are supposed to help you sleep. I have tried them all, but I find myself repeating them with one part of my brain while the rest is still busy. more…

In response to: "At Lodhi Again" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

You should plan out India...Delhi-Lodhi(photography)...Goa..Benaulim (guitar)..I am sure you will enjoy and all those who come in contact with you will relish it. more…

In response to: "At Lodhi Again" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

One with the birds of Lodhi gardens..I fell in love with Lodhi more than a quarter century ago..and it has remained through all my other "loves" more…

In response to: "Lessons from a Nine Year Old" 45 days old
by prashantbhatt [Member]

That brings me to another topic-Level
What is Prayer..The phases..Meditation, Invocation, Rememberance, Thanksgiving..So many lovely levels. more…